Senator Bong Go is advocating for reinforced primary and preventative healthcare within the Philippines, focusing on improving access for Filipino citizens. This push follows a recent disclosure by the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) indicating that approximately 25 percent of its expenditures are allocated to dialysis treatments. Go emphasizes the need to simultaneously ensure sufficient benefits continue for Filipinos requiring dialysis and other essential, life-sustaining medical procedures. He believes strengthening preventative care will ultimately reduce the burden on the system and improve overall public health outcomes. The Senator’s call highlights a concern regarding the substantial financial commitment to dialysis, implying a need to address the underlying causes of kidney disease. This initiative aims to balance immediate treatment needs with a proactive, long-term approach to healthcare in the Philippines.